Boating Safety

NOTICE

•A Type V PFD must be worn to be counted toward the minimum carriage requirements.

•Special PFDs are available for skiing and other water sports.

These PFDs are constructed with materials suitable for high impact falls.

PFDs are intended to help save lives. The operator should set an example by wearing one. Wear a PFD whenever boating. It is especially important that children and non-swimmers wear a PFD at all times. Make certain all passengers know how to put on and properly adjust their PFDs. Also, selecting the proper type PFD for your kind of outing helps ensure your time on the water can be the safest possible.

At the beginning of each season, check PFDs for damage and test for proper flotation. Refer to the PFD manufacturer’s information.

All boats over 16 feet (4.8 meters) in length must carry one USCG approved Type IV throwable lifesaving device, such as a ring buoy or buoyant cushion. To meet requirements, each lifesaving device must have a current, legible USCG approval stamp permanently affixed.

Type IV Throwable Device: Intended for heavy traffic inland waters where help is available. Designed to be thrown to a person in the water and should never be worn.

Type IV

Throwable Devices

Your Correct Craft Dealer can help you select appropriate PFDs and throwable lifesaving devices for your area.

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